Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
lanyuensis
ID:
1274611

Status:
valid

Authors:
Seok, C.F.Hsieh & J.Murata

Source:
tro

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
J. Jap. Bot. 79: 151 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001273949



Common Names

  • Strobilanthes lanyuensis
  • Lanyuensis Strobilanthes
  • Lanyuensis Strobilanthes Plant


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Description

Strobilanthes lanyuensis (also called Lanyu Island Strobilanthes, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Acanthaceae family. It is native to the Lanyu Islands in Taiwan. It is found in moist, shady habitats, such as forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Strobilanthes lanyuensis is a popular ornamental plant. It is often used in rock gardens and as a groundcover in shady areas. It is also used in erosion control projects and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Strobilanthes lanyuensis has small, white flowers that are followed by small, black berries. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Strobilanthes lanyuensis is an evergreen, perennial plant native to Taiwan. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. To propagate from seeds, collect them when they are ripe and sow them on a moist, sterile, well-drained soil mix. To propagate from cuttings, take stem cuttings from a healthy plant and place them in a moist, sterile, well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not soggy and the cuttings should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Strobilanthes lanyuensis

Strobilanthes lanyuensis can be found in the tropical forests of Taiwan.

Strobilanthes lanyuensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Strobilanthes lanyuensis?

Strobilanthes lanyuensis

What is the common name of Strobilanthes lanyuensis?

Lanyu Strobilanthes

Where is Strobilanthes lanyuensis native to?

Taiwan

Species in the Strobilanthes genus

Strobilanthes paniculiformis, Strobilanthes palawanensis, Strobilanthes panichanga, Strobilanthes paniculata, Strobilanthes papillosa, Strobilanthes parryorum, Strobilanthes nigrescens, Strobilanthes polythrix, Strobilanthes nockii, Strobilanthes novomegapolitana, Strobilanthes nutans, Strobilanthes pachys, Strobilanthes obtusibracteata, Strobilanthes pachyphylla, Strobilanthes oresbia, Strobilanthes orthostachya, Strobilanthes phoenicea, Strobilanthes phyllostachya, Strobilanthes poilanei, Strobilanthes polybotrya, Strobilanthes pentandra, Strobilanthes patula, Strobilanthes pedicellata, Strobilanthes peninsularis, Strobilanthes perrottetiana, Strobilanthes perplexa, Strobilanthes pendula, Strobilanthes maculata, Strobilanthes mearnsii, Strobilanthes maingayi, Strobilanthes lupulina, Strobilanthes matthewiana, Strobilanthes lurida, Strobilanthes multiflora, Strobilanthes murutorum, Strobilanthes maxwellii, Strobilanthes neilgherrensis, Strobilanthes microcarpa, Strobilanthes meeboldii, Strobilanthes membranacea, Strobilanthes merrillii, Strobilanthes micranthus, Strobilanthes multangula, Strobilanthes microstachya, Strobilanthes monadelpha, Strobilanthes moschiferus, Strobilanthes stenura, Strobilanthes spicata, Strobilanthes squalens, Strobilanthes steenisiana,

Species in the Acanthaceae family

Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,

References

Jin Murata (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Murata' in the authors string.
Chang Fu Hsieh (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.F.Hsieh' in the authors string.
Dong Im Seok: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Seok' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.